Youth & Family Director Jobs

The YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge is looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, detail-oriented professional to join our team at the Kirk Family YMCA. Our next leader must have a desire to grow and lead all of the various programs within the department; with an emphasis on developing and expanding Youth Sports with the highest level of quality.

Overview

Our mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Our cause: At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, the Y works side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure everyone, regardless age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

Our position: The Y is a leading nonprofit organization that is committed to strengthening communities through youth development , healthy living , and social responsibility .

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the supervision of the Branch Executive, the Youth and Family Director oversees the administration and operations of the following program areas; youth sports, adult sports, Stay & Play (Drop in Childcare), Kid’s Night Out, teen activities, and special events all while ensuring a positive, safe, enriching environment, in accordance to the YMCA core values and mission.

FUNCTIONS

• Partner/collaborate with organizations whose mission is aligned with the Y to meet the needs of community children, youth, and families.
• Oversee the administration and operations of YMCA youth sports programming, to include planning, promoting, hiring and training staff, risk management, and budgeting.
• Develop and manage the Youth and Family Department budget ensuring that the department operates in a fiscally sound manner and achieves financial goals.
• Ensure that volunteer coaches are recruited and well trained.
• Develop and execute meaningful and impactful teen programming in and outside of the YMCA.
• Support branch/department initiatives to membership retention and Annual Giving goals.
• Develop and enhance off-site Y youth programming to improve access to Y programs and reach underserved populations.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with members, staff, and community.
• Oversee the administration and operation of programs serving children of all ages, youth, teens, and families at branch and off-site, to include developing and implementing policy and procedures, planning, promoting, implementing, hiring and training staff, risk management, evaluation, and budgeting.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of the all Youth/Teen facilities to safety and cleanliness standards.
• Ensure the adherence to YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Association guidelines and standards for Stay and Play and other children’s programming.
• Teach/Coach youth and family programs as needed or directed.
• Oversees administration and operations of Stay & Play program serving members 6 weeks to 12 years, to ensure a nurturing, safe, fun, interactive environment for children.
• Have a clear communication plan for parents and participants for all assigned program areas.
• Interpret, communicate, and promote Y mission, goals, and objectives to employees, volunteer’s leaders, members, and community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2 years experience in youth sports, youth and or teen program setting.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Must be willing to function as part of the team and able to communicate effectively with staff, program participants, members, and vendors in a variety of situations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to interact appropriately and professionally with members as well as YMCA staff and YMCA community partners.
• Basic understanding of office environment and meeting deadlines.
• Must be able to follow instructions regarding policies and procedures of the YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge.
• Must be willing to learn new skills both on and off the computer and should enjoy varied assignments and multi-tasking.

• Must be dependable, mature, responsible, have the ability to use good judgment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

• Required skills in all Microsoft Office and Excel applications and other software required and on the job training will be provided as needed.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be flexible with changes in tasks required.
• Must be able to operate a calculator, computer, fax machine and copier.

The YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge is a Drug Free Workplace and is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

If you value a culture of excellence, transparency, servant leadership, and accountability, please apply at ymcavbr.org.